Patient Transporter

Patient Transporter

Description

Oviedo Medical Center, the new 64-bed acute care hospital, provides a full range of healthcare services to east Seminole County and surrounding communities. Services include medical and surgical inpatient units, intensive care, medical cardiology, telemetry, cardiac catheterization, inpatient and outpatient surgery, women’s services including labor and delivery, cardiopulmonary services, comprehensive diagnostic imaging and 24/7 emergency care. Oviedo Medical Center is designed with the patient in mind with personalized care, all private rooms and the newest medical technology available. Oviedo Medical Center is located at the intersection of Red Bug Lake Road and State Road 426.

• Transports patients within the hospital as needed to support care needs. Ensures the effective transfer of patient belongings, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensures patient safety by moving patient efficiently with caution and care at all times.
• Identifies patient needs and ensures the mode of transport is appropriate for the specific condition of the patient.  Transfers patients to/from cart/bed/wheelchair using correct and safe equipment and techniques.  Assists with patient lifts/moves as requested.
• Ensures transport equipment is clean, maintained and stored properly according to proper guidelines and standards.
• Contributes to a culture of patient centered care by ensuring a quiet healing environment.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• BLS or BLS Instructor through American Heart Association

• Skills: Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions. PC skills. 

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Oviedo Medical Center, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Some of our unique benefits we offer include:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
• Paid Personal Leave
• 401k (100% annual match – 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
• Identity Theft Protection discounts
• Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)